A Geoheritage refers to a particular site or location that has exceptional and significant geological, geomorphological, and landscape value for research, education, and tourism purposes. Geosites typically encompass unique features related to Earth's history, such as rock formations, fossils, minerals, geological structures, or landforms that are rare elsewhere. They are often preserved as part of geological heritage and are key elements of geoparks or geoworlds.

A Bioheritage refers to a site or area of biodiversity significance, where a variety of plant, animal or ecosystem species are unique or rarely encountered. Biotopes often become the focus of biological conservation because they possess high ecological, scientific and educational value. The importance of a biotope is usually measured by its species richness, ecosystem uniqueness or the presence of endangered species requiring protection.

Geoarchaeology is the branch of science that combines the principles of geology with archaeology to study the history and development of archaeological sites through the analysis of geological elements. This field employs techniques and concepts from geology, such as soil analysis, stratigraphy, sedimentology and geomorphology, to understand how natural factors such as rivers, volcanoes, climate change and tectonic processes have affected archaeological sites, and how the remains of ancient human activity were deposited, preserved or disturbed.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a location that has been recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as having outstanding universal value in terms of culture, history, science, or nature and is worthy of protection for the common interest of all humanity. These sites include culturally significant locations such as monuments, historic cities, and archaeological areas, as well as natural wonders like national parks, forests, and geological formations. The primary purpose of this recognition is to protect and preserve this unique and irreplaceable heritage for future generations.

A UNESCO Global Geopark is a geographical area recognised by UNESCO for its outstanding geological heritage and its significant cultural, historical, and environmental value on a global scale. Within a geopark, historic or unique geological features are combined with significant cultural elements and biodiversity. This recognition is not only for the preservation of geology, but also to promote education, research, and sustainable tourism, with the aim of raising public awareness of the importance of preserving natural heritage. UNESCO Global Geoparks also play an important role in advancing the local economy through tourism while ensuring environmentally friendly development.